Many thanks:
Vielen dank
Bardzo dziekuje
Merci beaucoup
Muchas gracias

Happy

Yes. Thanks, I would like them. I don't do pay pal. but can send a check.
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Thanks for the interest and feedback. I thought that I had a picture of the clip but could not locate it. Thanks for the posting. Before going the glue route, I will remove the passenger’s side (single switch ) and see how it compares to the posted photos. I am thinking that steel strapping might work if I can anneal it, shape it, and reharden it.

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These seem to be no longer available. ( have tried max, kantner, and restoration specialties ) Any suggestions on attaching the switch to the door? I am considering cementing the trim gasket to the back of the switch bezel and then using double faced tape to stick the switch to the door panel.
Happy

Home away from home

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See User information
wanted both right and left cast metal trim piece that secures the door edge trim casting (group # 30.356, plate #20E of theP&A book. It is shown as #30.3362.
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Ps how is the trunk plastic emblem and c pillar badges ?

Thanks for looking and your response.
Happy

Car history info
A 1956 400 listed on this site has been in my possession since October 2006. It was purchased from Mr. Louis Abelove’s collection as a running car needing brakes. The 1956 was used as a reference during a frame off restoration of a 1955 400. Information that came with the 1956 shows it was previously owned by John Serman of Peoria, Illinois (Illinois title dated 1991). Additional sketchy information would indicate a previous owner may have been a Mr. Stan Kegal of Minnesota. Can anyone verify any past owners? Car Identification is 5687 3743. Thanks in advance.
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Thank you for your kind words. Glad you were able to appreciate the interior work!
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This car has been driven and displayed at our local car show and at car club meetings. After ten years of being a caretaker it’s time to pass this car on.
The exterior is as purchased with limited polishing and buffing a previous repaint.
(A nice looking 20-footer, condition three in Old Cars and Parts). The interior has been redone. Seating material, door panels and carpeting all were replaced with original pattern materials from SMS. The sales price is $8,500.

See attached photos for current condition.
Links to videos of engine running below:
https://youtu.be/a3uKhRgcA8Y
https://youtube.com/shorts/W8MFk_B7K84?feature=share

A list of what has been done while in my possession is available along with photos attached.
Some of the work done to the car since it had been in my possession:
*registered and titled in North Carolina
*pressure washed engine bay and undercarriage
*Bendix power brake booster rebuilt (Ed Stram Fl.)
*brake wheel cylinders replaced (all four wheels)
*new flex brake lines
*new front and rear wheel seals (all four wheels)
*rebuilt broken power steering valve
*installed new O-rings in power steering cylinder
*added silicon brake fluid
*gas tank removed, cleaned, and sealed.
*Sending unit repaired to working condition
*fuel pump rebuilt (new parts)
*cracked flexible fuel line replaced
*carburetor rebuilt
*engine bay painted
*motor painted correct gold color
*painted valve covers silver, with red script, (Packard)
*replaced missing air cleaner cover and washer bottle
*all new exhaust system from Kepich Exhaust
*new temperature sending unit
*generator and starter rebuilt, replaced power window motor.
*front end checked and aligned
*transmission electrical components removed, cleaned contacts, and replaced
*replaced missing flywheel cover
*load level electrical components cleaned and replaced
*load level control arms straightened
*Load level gearbox repaired and seals replaced
*load level limit switch replaced with new old stock
*rebuilt water pump installed
*new battery
*horn wire/button repaired to working order
*both front floor pans replaced
*original headliner cleaned, padding on dashboard replaced.
*Package shelf refreshed
*new floor padding and carpeting with correct heel pad from Kepich Exhaust
*broken seat frame repair welded stripped down and replaced cushion materials
*new correct pattern cloth and heavy-duty vinyl installed on seats and door panels ( SMS @ $100/yard)
*replaced missing robe rails and Packard Crest emblems
*replaced missing door sill plates
*installed new wind lace
*original trunk lining material cleaned

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1955 Packard 400 instruments reading low

Converted to negative ground to accept solid state voltage regulator. Which seems to be working correctly. Input +/- 12 volts, output steady at 5 volts, via meter, and 12-volt test lit but dim.
Connected limiter output directly to gas gauge. Gauge came off peg and ruse to empty dot. Tank has 10 + gallons in it. Same for temperature gauge . Moves off peg to cold dot with fully warmed up engine. No response from temperature gauge. Using tap beneath oil sending switch for mechanical gauge. Oil pressure approx. 30 psi at warm idle
The same symptoms were present before changing to negative ground. I have no clue as to what to look for next. Any and all comments deeply appreciated!

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(maybe not so much)